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Sample Cover Letter & CV for Law Students

The document provides a sample cover letter and CV for a law student applying for an internship or job placement at a law firm. It highlights the student's academic background, relevant experience, skills, and extracurricular involvement, emphasizing their passion for corporate and human rights law. The letter expresses a desire for an opportunity to contribute to the firm while gaining practical experience in a legal environment.

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Sample Cover Letter & CV for Law Students

The document provides a sample cover letter and CV for a law student applying for an internship or job placement at a law firm. It highlights the student's academic background, relevant experience, skills, and extracurricular involvement, emphasizing their passion for corporate and human rights law. The letter expresses a desire for an opportunity to contribute to the firm while gaining practical experience in a legal environment.

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Sample

Cover Letter when applying for internship or


for Job Placement

Date:

[Recipient Name]
[Law Firm Name]
[Address]

Dear [Recipient Name],

I am a law student [3rd /4th /5th Year] at XYZ University and am


writing to express my keen interest in securing an internship
opportunity with [Law Firm Name]. As a law student with a strong
academic background and a passion for understanding the practical
aspects of lawyering, I am eager to learn and contribute to the best
of my abilities to your esteemed team.

I sincerely believe that an internship with your firm would provide a


unique opportunity to apply my academic knowledge in a real-world
setting and gain invaluable insights from experienced professionals.

Sir, I request you to review my enclosed CV for further details on my


academic achievements and extracurricular participation. I would be
grateful for the opportunity to meet with you in person to discuss
how my background and enthusiasm can be an asset to your firm.

Thank you for considering my application.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]
Sample CV
Diverse Experience &
Extracurricular Involvement
Photo: (Optional,
but professional
headshot
recommended)

[Your Full Name] : Address: [Your Address] : Phone: [Your Phone Number] : Email:
[Your Professional Email id], LinkedIn: [Your LinkedIn Profile Link] :

Personal Statement
A law student with a passion for corporate and human rights law, seeking to gain
practical experience in a dynamic legal environment. I would like to believe that I
have good analytical skills, leadership in extracurricular activities, and
commitment to social causes.

Education
B.A. LL.B (Hons) [Your Law School], [City] | [Month, Year – Expected Month, Year]
GPA: [Your GPA] (Optional: Mention rank if applicable, e.g., Top 10% of class)

Key Courses:
Diploma in Business Laws [College & Year]
Certificate Course in Constitutional Law [Institute & Year]
Diploma in Environmental Law [College & Year].

Moot Courts & Competitions:


Winner, [Regional] Moot Court Competition, [Year]
Best Speaker, [Your Law School’s] Internal Moot Court, [Year]

Projects:
Research Project on "Human Rights and Corporate Social Responsibility"
under Prof. [Name], [Year];
Drafted a policy report on corporate compliance with environmental
regulations for [NGO Name]

Work Experience
Intern – Corporate Law
[Law Firm Name], [City] | [Month, Year – Month, Year]
Researched regulatory requirements for corporate restructuring and mergers.
Drafted and reviewed basic agreements, such as MoUs and shareholder
agreements.
Assisted in preparing presentations and reports for corporate clients on
compliance matters.
Legal Intern – Human Rights Law,
[NGO Name], [City] | [Month, Year – Month, Year]
Researched constitutional protections and human rights violations in cases
related to marginalized communities.
Drafted research notes and case summaries for policy discussions and legal
interventions.
Coordinated with field teams to gather data for legal aid workshops in rural
areas.

Skills
Research: Advanced legal research (Westlaw, SCC Online, Manupatra)
Writing: Legal drafting, reports, research papers
Public Speaking: Experience in moot court and debate competitions
Languages: Fluent in English and [Other Foreign Language, if any]
Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office, PowerPoint, and Legal Research
Databases

Leadership & Extracurricular Activities


Vice President, Debating Society, [Your Law School - Year]
Coordinator, [Annual Law Fest Name], [Year]
Lead Organizer, Legal Awareness Camp on Gender Rights, [Year]
Volunteer, [Non-profit Organization Name] – Led a campaign on access to
legal rights for Society.

Achievements & Honors:


[Year] Winner, National Debate Competition, [University Name]
Award for Best Legal Research Paper, [Conference/Competition Name],
[Year]
Recognized for exceptional leadership by [Law School Club Name]

References :
1. ________________,
2. ________________/ or Available upon request.

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